i’m Rav Rommel Banaag, a
Lead QA &
Test Automation EngineerSoftware QA EngineerAutomation TesterLead QA Engineer
I help teams deliver reliable, high-quality software faster through automation, QA strategy, and cross-functional collaboration.
Manual Testing
350+ Projects
Automation Testing
100+ Projects
QA Lead
10+ Projects
QA Consultant
20+ Projects
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Years of Experience
Lead QA Engineer with 8+ years of experience delivering high-quality web and mobile products through scalable automation, strong QA processes, and cross-team collaboration. Focused on reducing regression time, improving release confidence, and enabling faster, safer deployments.
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Projects / Products Tested
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Automation Coverage Achieved
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Products Fully Automated
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Cross-Functional Teams Mentored
Manual Testing Skill
Regression Testing
Smoke & Sanity Testing
End-to-End (E2E) Testnig
Compatibility Testing
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Mobile Testing
Game Testing
Performance Testing
AI & LLM Testing
SEO Testing
Automation Testing Skill
Playwright
Cypress
Maestro
Selenium
Appium
Testim
Bugbug
Postman
Jmeter
K6
Lead QA Skill
QA Strategy & Planning
Test Process Design & Optimization
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
QA Metrics & Reporting
Release Management & Readiness
Cross-Team QA Leadership
Mentoring & Training QA Teams
Collaboration with Dev, Product & Design Teams
Automation Strategy & Coverage Planning
CI/CD Pipeline Integration
A Lifecycle Approach to Quality Excellence
My methodology integrates quality into every stage of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). By shifting testing to the left, I help teams identify risks early, automate the mundane, and ensure a seamless, high-quality user experience.
01 Discovery & Strategy
Every project begins with a deep dive into your requirements, tech stack, and business goals. Whether it’s auditing an existing process or defining a new test strategy, I identify the right tools and methodologies to ensure maximum coverage from day one.
02 Planning & Test Design
I translate requirements into actionable test scenarios. This phase involves creating comprehensive test plans and designing test cases (both manual and automated) that focus on high-risk areas, ensuring no critical edge cases are overlooked.
03 Execution & Integration
This is where the work happens. I execute manual tests for user experience and deploy automated regression suites within your CI/CD pipelines. I manage the full defect lifecycle, providing clear, reproducible bug reports and validating fixes in real-time.
04 Optimization & Automation
Quality isn't static. I continuously refine test suites, converting repetitive manual tasks into scalable automation scripts and optimizing for performance. This ensures your testing engine stays fast, stable, and cost-effective as the product grows.
05 Analysis & Reporting
Data-driven decisions are key to shipping. I provide transparent QA metrics and detailed test summary reports, giving stakeholders the "Go/No-Go" confidence needed for a successful, low-risk production release.
Delivering Quality Software
ISTQB-certified Lead QA Engineer with 8+ years of experience delivering reliable web and mobile software through test automation, QA strategy, and cross-team leadership.
Lead QA Engineer
KnotAPI
Jan 2022 - April 2025 [Contract]
Led QA strategy and automation initiatives across multiple cross-functional teams, designing a self-QA process that improved testing efficiency and team autonomy. Defined scalable QA workflows, expanded test coverage, and accelerated release cycles for web and mobile products. Drove mobile automation using Testim, significantly reducing manual regression effort while ensuring consistent release quality across teams..
Senior QA Engineer
Moneygeek
April 2021 - January 2025
Spearheaded QA efforts across multiple large-scale projects, owning test strategy, execution, and release readiness for a high-traffic platform. Implemented end-to-end automation using BugBug for a 300+ page website, dramatically reducing manual regression time and improving test reliability. Partnered closely with product, engineering, and design teams to align QA execution with business goals and delivery timelines..
QA Automation Engineer
Sensor
June 2023 - September 2024 [Contract]
Built and maintained robust Testim automation covering approximately 90% of regression scenarios, enabling faster and more reliable releases. Integrated automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines and improved overall test stability by resolving flaky tests and false positives. Documented automation processes and trained QA teams to ensure long-term maintainability..
Software QA Enineer
Millions
September 2021 - January 2022 [Contract]
Focused on ensuring release quality for mobile applications through thorough functional, regression, and exploratory testing across iOS and Android platforms. Collaborated closely with developers and product teams to validate new features, identify edge cases, and ensure a smooth user experience prior to release. Played a key role in maintaining release confidence in a fast-moving, startup environment..
Software QA Enineer
Nelsoft Systems Inc.
April 2018 - February 2021
Built a strong QA foundation by executing manual and regression testing across multiple web-based systems, ensuring feature stability and adherence to requirements. Actively participated in test case creation, defect tracking, and release validation while working closely with development teams. This role established core QA fundamentals in SDLC/STLC, bug reporting, and cross-team collaboration within enterprise and client-driven projects..
Shipping High-Quality Software
Every project is a commitment to excellence. See how I bridge the gap between development and deployment through strategic quality engineering
Playwright Automation for an Insurance Website (Vanguard & Crest)
Automation Testing
Appium Automation for An E-commerce App – ShopSphere
Automation Testing
Maestro Automation for a Clinical Trial Product – TrialingAI
Automation Testing
Playwright Automation for an Edtech Platform – LearnFlow
Automation Testing
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Perspective on Quality & Engineering
Exploration of modern testing methodologies, automation trends, and strategic approaches to quality. I share technical guides and industry reflections to help teams build more resilient software.
